Curriculum 

Reading & Language Arts:

• I can create a slideshow presentation over my Expert Journal topic.

• I can show my understanding of grammar rules and apply them in my writing.

• I can use my knowledge of root words to determine the meaning of unknown words.

Math: 

• I can identify different ways people earn money, like working at a job or starting a business.
  
  

• I can explain how people earn income by working or providing a service.
  
  

• I can list reasons why people save money and explain how a savings plan helps reach a goal.
  
  

• I can identify the good and bad consequences of making planned or unplanned choices with money.

Science: 

• I can explain how changes in temperature and precipitation affect how animals grow and behave.
  
  

• I can describe why some animals migrate to survive when the weather changes.
  
  

• I can describe how some animals hibernate to survive cold temperatures and less food.
  
  

• I can explain how plants respond to cold weather by going into dormancy.)
  
  

• I can identify patterns in nature that show how living things respond to seasonal changes.
   

Social Studies:

• I can research a historical figure and complete a book report project over that person's life, character, and accomplishments.